Spain defeated Switzerland 5-1 in the Women's World Cup, advancing to the quarter-finals for the first time. Aitana Bonmati scored twice, while Alba Redondo, Laia Codina, and Jennifer Hermoso also contributed to the win. Spain made five changes to their starting lineup, including leaving Ballon d'Or winner Alexis Putellas on the bench and giving goalkeeper Cata Coll her full international debut. Switzerland, who had not conceded a goal in the group stages, was 4-1 down by halftime. In another match, Japan beat Norway 3-1, with Hinata Miyazawa scoring her fifth goal of the tournament.

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